Working with Schools

Youth Education

Youth Education programs at Hopkins Demonstration Forest are coordinated by Oregon State University Extension Service faculty, often in conjunction with partner organizations and a cadre of specially trained volunteers. While hiking in the forest, students may learn about local history and forestry, plant identification and forest measurement, wildlife, orienteering and more. We specialize in providing hands-on, direct experiences with natural resources, with opportunity for students to take an active role in their learning.

Teachers and youth group leaders shape the focus of each field day at Hopkins Demonstration Forest-which can include service projects and alternate curriculum focus such as arts and literature. All grades, ages and youth groups are invited to enjoy an enriching experience in our woodland.

About Demonstration Forest

Forests Forever, Inc. (FFI) is a community-based, federally tax-exempt 501 (c) 3 non-profit organization formed in 1990 to educate youth, teachers, woodland owners and the public about the regions forests and sustainable forest management.

The goal of our organization is to utilize its 140 acre demonstration forest as an outdoor laboratory where learners are actively engaged in the practice of forestry through practical and hands-on experiences.